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CPSC, Zebco Announce Recall of Compact Camper Stoves

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsOct 2, 2000
Recalled American Camper® Compact Butane Stove
Recalled American Camper® Compact Butane Stove

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

These camper stoves could have been shipped with butane already in the fuel compartment, posing a fire and burn hazard. Also, because of a possible problem with the fuel control mechanism, the stoves could flare up or catch fire when operated.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these stoves immediately, and call Zebco to arrange to have their stove picked up. Consumers returning their stoves will receive a $25 refund.

Incidents & injuries

Zebco has received one report of butane being shipped in the fuel compartment of a camper stove. There have been no reports of injuries.

Product description

The American Camper® Compact Butane Stoves are single burner units about 5.5 inches in diameter with a yellow base bearing an American Camper® logo and black burner plate. The base has diamond-shaped openings on its sides. The stove has an electronic ignition switch and is intended for outdoor use. They have model numbers 2140BF or 2140BFW on the packaging.

Sold on

Sporting goods, camping supply and mass merchandise stores nationwide sold these stoves, from May 1999 through July 2000, for between $15 and $25.

Contact the company

For more information, call Zebco at (800) 558-9876 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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